Bullhead City

Travel Guide
Oatman featuring street scenes and desert views
Located along the banks of the Colorado River, this historic Arizonan oasis offers year-round water sports, golf and good times.

Outdoor sports, scenic drives, festivals and nightlife beckon visitors to Bullhead City. Built by river traders in the area of an earlier Mojave settlement, the city is named for a riverside landmark rock resembling the head of a bull. The area is a perfect base from which to explore the Colorado River, Lake Mohave and the Mojave Desert, historic mining towns and the casinos of neighboring Laughlin, Nevada.  

Year-round sunshine makes Bullhead City a popular destination for lovers of outdoor recreation. Near the mouth of the Riviera Marina is the Arizona Veterans Memorial Park, a large grassy area where you’ll find the names of 3,000 Arizona citizens lost in wars over the last 100 years. Continue along the riverside walking trails to enjoy the network of picnic areas and beaches.

Board a jet boat for the wild ride downstream to Lake Havasu, stopping along the way to admire centuries-old petroglyphs and the London Bridge, which was dismantled and shipped from London and rebuilt here. Head upstream to Davis Dam, where Lake Mohave offers swimming, kayaking, waterskiing and fishing. Nearby at the Colorado River Museum, study displays on local history and Native American artifacts.

Bullhead’s weather makes it a perfect destination for golfers. Tee off at Chaparral Golf and Country Club or make the short drive south to Desert Lakes Golf Course. 

The Bullhead region is filled with historic towns and sites. Visit the Gold Road Mine, which has been in operation for over a century. Kids will enjoy the Wild West town of Oatman where gunfights are re-created in the streets and tame burros roam free.

Bullhead City hosts several festivals. Enjoy live music during February’s Colorado River Bluegrass Festival and watch kayak races or join the floating fun during August’s Bullhead City River Regatta. For a big night out, cross the river by water taxi to Laughlin, in Nevada, where you’ll find 10 casinos offering 24-hour bars, dining and entertainment.

Fly in to Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport. Renting a car is the best way to explore the surrounding Arizona scenery.

Where to stay in Bullhead City

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Sunridge Estates

When in Sunridge Estates, you can plan a visit to Casino at Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort and Riverside Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sunridge Estates
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Holiday Shores

Holiday Shores might not have many top sights, but Riviera Marina and Harrah's Laughlin Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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The Legends

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Legends and surrounding area, you can visit Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Edgewater Casino.

The Legends
Days Inn by Wyndham Bullhead City
Days Inn by Wyndham Bullhead City
2.5 out of 5
1126 Highway 95, Bullhead City, AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,277 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
P3,277
P3,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Bullhead City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Bed dipped in the middle. Very old uncomfortable bed"

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Bullhead City
Lodge on the River
Lodge on the River
2 out of 5
1717 Highway 95, Bullhead City, AZ
The price is P2,313 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
P2,313
P3,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Stay at this hotel in Bullhead City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
5.6/10 (1,008 reviews)
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Reviewed on Oct 26, 2024

Lodge on the River
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bullhead City, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bullhead City, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1300 Silver Creek Road, Bullhead City, AZ
The price is P7,126 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
P7,126
P7,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this hotel in Bullhead City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
Desert with a little bit of River on the side
"I think the front desk attendant was great, (Martha?) Staff was very friendly and helpful. Pleasant to deal with and had a lot of good ,. Quiet location, safe parking. Nothing special, but absolutely nothing not to like. Zero complaints. Will stay there again without hessitation."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bullhead City, an IHG Hotel
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Updated Family Home - 2 Blocks to Colorado River!
Updated Family Home - 2 Blocks to Colorado River!
3 out of 5
Bullhead City
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bullhead City. Enjoy free parking, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Tropicana Casino ...
Updated Family Home - 2 Blocks to Colorado River!
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